Estimator jobs in Altoona, PA

SUMMARY/OVERVIEW

This position is directly responsible for estimating work on projects by reviewing proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents. This position is responsible for completing quantity take-offs, preparing cost estimates, organizing bid bonds, communicating with sub trades to determine the financial needs of completing a project; Estimates labor, material, and time requirements in order to compute the overall cost on each Federal project the company bids on. The Estimator works closely with Project Managers to determine the costs associated with completing the scope of work.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares work to be accomplished by gathering information and requirements, setting priorities.
• Prepares construction budget by studying plans; updating specifications; identifying and projecting costs for each elevation.
• Evaluates offers to purchase by costing changes, additions, and site requirements.
• Obtains bids from vendors and subcontractors by specifying materials; identifying qualified subcontractors; negotiating price.
• Maintains cost keys and price masters by updating information; Resolves cost discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.
• Prepares special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Maintains quality service by following organization standards.
• Maintains continuity among corporate, division, and local work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Explores documentation in order to gain a deep understanding of the project requirements.
• Selects, measures and tracks important metrics.
• Visit sites, warehouses and other venues necessary to do the estimating.
• Perform complex analysis of collected data.
• Prepare relevant and reliable forecasts.
• Conduct complex risk analysis activities.
• Create and present reports to upper management weekly.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with the key vendors.
• Collaborates with engineers, architects etc. to determine the specifications of the project.
• Perform other related duties, as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor s degree in Engineering, Construction Science/Management or related field.
• Minimum of four (4) years working experience as construction estimator in a healthcare/hospital setting.
• Must be familiar with a variety of job costing codes used with the Federal Government and Federal Contracts.
• In-depth knowledge of project management.
• Previous experience estimating Projects in the 1.0 million range or higher.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office; Proficient in the use of Pro-core or other types of construction software programs.
• Familiarity with computer programs such as Timberline, HCSS HeavyBid, or McCormick Estimating Software, desirable.
• Prior military experience preferred.
• Travel is required.
• OSHA 30-Hour Certification.

SKILLS

• Hands on experience with complex data research activities.
• Good understanding of data analysis methods and KPIs
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills.
• Must be organized and able to manage all aspects of a construction project.
• Critical-thinker and problem-solver.
• Able to work with an establish Project team.

This list of essential functions is not intended to be exhaustive. Venergy Group, LLC reserves the right to revise this job description as needed to comply with actual job requirements

ADA/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work is medium demand. Must be able to move objects and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue. Constant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination and stamina. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands, fingers, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee must be able to lift up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Requires good visual acuity and hearing.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Ability to work in an office and in the field in a fast-paced environment with variable working hours. Enjoy various challenges with a multitasked position from sales through to the completion of a building project.

The physical requirements described herein are representative of those which must be met by an employee to successfully perform he primary functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the primary functions.